"Higher resolution movies in 3D, 2K, 4K and beyond are creating big data challenges in filmmaking. A new infographic from Fusion-io outlines how much data demands have grown for visual effects studios over the past few ... Facebook Twitter Pinterest

"Higher resolution movies in 3D, 2K, 4K and beyond are creating big data challenges in filmmaking. A new infographic from Fusion-io outlines how much data demands have grown for visual effects studios over the past few decades."(PRNewsFoto/Fusion-io)

SALT LAKE CITY, April 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Visual effects movie magic has come a long way from 8mm film to today's high frame rate 4K stereoscopic 3D blockbusters. These breakthroughs in movie resolutions make it possible to deliver a more realistic film experience than ever before. However, the higher resolutions also generate much more data for filmmakers and artists to work with as they create the cinematic experiences that audiences flock to see in theatres.